Electrical Engineering Specialist

Summary: The Electrical Engineering Specialist role in Qatar involves providing technical expertise during the EPC and start-up phases of projects, ensuring high standards of safety, operability, reliability, and maintainability. This position serves as a key advisor to project teams, influencing design and execution decisions while balancing capital and operational considerations. The specialist will also oversee contractor activities and mentor junior engineers, contributing to the development of engineering standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert electrical engineering support across all phases, including design review, commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and failure analysis
• Review and validate engineering deliverables to ensure alignment with operational requirements and company standards
• Support high-risk and complex commissioning activities by optimizing system performance and ensuring readiness for operations
• Provide technical advice to cross-functional teams and contribute to multidisciplinary problem-solving
• Support EPC project execution and ensure seamless coordination between project and operational teams
• Facilitate project tie-ins and ensure safe, efficient integration of new systems into existing facilities
• Participate in engineering and operational readiness reviews, identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies
• Maintain an Issue Register to track, escalate, and resolve critical technical challenges
• Develop and implement surveillance programs for critical electrical systems to ensure high reliability, availability, and cybersecurity compliance
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives and best practices
• Assess new technologies and ensure associated risks are properly mitigated prior to implementation
• Supervise and coordinate activities of contractors, consultants, and service providers
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including PMT, Operations, Engineering & Projects, and HSEQ teams
• Engage with external stakeholders such as EPC contractors, vendors, and subject matter experts
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in technical and operational practices
• Promote knowledge sharing and contribute to the development of engineering standards and best practices
• Support organizational goals through leadership, teamwork, and active participation in departmental initiatives
• Ensure all activities comply with company Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) policies
• Adhere to company procedures, specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain compliance with applicable legal frameworks, including anti-trust and corporate governance policies
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the oil & gas or energy sector
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical systems within major EPC and operational environments
• Proven experience in commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting large-scale industrial projects
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems design, operation, and maintenance
• Experience with reliability engineering, system surveillance, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with industry standards, engineering tools, and technical software

Key Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the oil & gas or energy sector
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical systems within major EPC and operational environments
• Proven experience in commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting large-scale industrial projects
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems design, operation, and maintenance
• Experience with reliability engineering, system surveillance, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with industry standards, engineering tools, and technical software

Salary: undetermined

City: Doha

Country: Qatar

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other